Specifications_Rabun Beach Bath House Loop 2.pdf

Rabun Beach, Loop 2 00 01 01 - 1 PROJECT TITLE PAGE

SECTION 00 01 01

PROJECT TITLE PAGE

PROJECT MANUAL

FOR THE

SIX-UNIT FLUSH TOILET WITH SHOWERS

RABUN BEACH

LOOP 2

CHATTAHOOCHEE-OCONEE NATIONAL FOREST

AUGUST 26, 2008

PREPARED BY: MAURICE HOELTING ARCHITECT AND POND & COMPANY - ENGINEERS

FACILITIES GROUP

ENGINEERING UNIT

UNITED STATES FOREST SERVICE

SOUTHERN REGION

REGIONAL OFFICE PROJECT NUMBER

Rabun Beach, Loop 2 00 01 10 - 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 00 01 10

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

1.01 Division 00 -- Procurement and Contracting Requirements

A. 00 01 01 - Project Title Page

B. 00 01 10 - Table of Contents

SPECIFICATIONS

2.01 Division 01 -- General Requirements

A. 01 10 00 - Summary

B. 01 20 00 - Price and Payment Procedures

C. 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements

D. 01 40 00 - Quality Requirements

E. 01 50 00 - Temporary Facilities and Controls

F. 01 60 00 - Product Requirements

G. 01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout Requirements

2.02 Division 03 -- Concrete

A. 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete

2.03 Division 04 -- Masonry

A. 04 20 00 - Unit Masonry

2.04 Division 05 -- Metals

A. 05 50 00 - Metal Fabrications

2.05 Division 06 -- Wood, Plastics, and Composites

A. 06 10 00 - Rough Carpentry

B. 06 20 00 - Finish Carpentry

2.06 Division 07 -- Thermal and Moisture Protection

A. 07 21 00 - Thermal Insulation

B. 07 41 13 - Metal Roof Panels

C. 07 61 00 - Sheet Metal Roofing

D. 07 90 05 - Joint Sealers

2.07 Division 08 -- Openings

A. 08 16 13 - Fiberglass Doors

B. 08 71 00 - Door Hardware

C. 08 80 00 - Glazing

2.08 Division 09 -- Finishes

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A. 09 30 00 - Tiling

B. 09 90 00 - Painting and Coating

C. 09 96 00 - High-Performance Coatings

2.09 Division 10 -- Specialties

A. 10 28 00 - Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories

2.10 Division 12 -- Furnishings

A. 12 36 00 - Countertops

2.11 Division 22 -- Plumbing

A. 22 07 19 - Plumbing Piping Insulation

B. 22 10 05 - Plumbing Piping

C. 22 40 00 - Plumbing Fixtures

2.12 Division 26 -- Electrical

A. 26 05 19 - Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables (600 V and Less)

B. 26 05 26 - Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems

C. 26 05 29 - Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems

D. 26 05 34 - Conduit

E. 26 05 37 - Boxes

F. 26 05 53 - Identification for Electrical Systems

G. 26 24 16 - Panelboards

H. 26 27 01 - Electrical Service Entrance

I. 26 27 17 - Equipment Wiring

J. 26 27 26 - Wiring Devices

K. 26 28 18 - Enclosed Switches

2.13 Division 31 -- Earthwork

A. 31 10 00 - Site Clearing

B. 31 22 00 - Grading

C. 31 23 16 - Excavation

D. 31 23 16.13 - Trenching

E. 31 23 23 - Fill

F. 31 31 16 - Termite Control

2.14 Division 33 -- Utilities

A. 33 11 16 - Site Water Utility Distribution Piping

B. 33 13 00 - Disinfecting of Water Utility Distribution

C. 33 31 11 - Site Sanitary Utility Sewerage Piping

END OF TABLE OF CONTENTS

Rabun Beach, Loop 2 01 10 00 - 1 SUMMARY

SECTION 01 10 00

SUMMARY

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 PROJECT

A. Project Name: Rabun Toilet Building, Loop 2, Rabun Recreation Area, Chattooga River Ranger District, Chattahoochee National Forest, GA.

B. U.S. Forest Service: Chattooga River Ranger District, Chattahoochee-Oconee, NF.

B. The Project consists of the contstruction of the new toilet building, site work, connection to site utilities.

1.02 CONTRACT DESCRIPTION

A. Contract Type: A single prime contract based on a Stipulated Price.

1.03 OWNER OCCUPANCY

A. U.S. Forest Service intends to continue to occupy adjacent portions of the existing camp sites during the entire construction period.

B. U.S. Forest Service intends to occupy the Project upon Completion.

C. Schedule the Work to accommodate U.S. Forest Service occupancy.

D. Cooperate with U.S. Forest Service to minimize conflict and to facilitate U.S. Forest Service's Operations.

1.04 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

A. Construction Operations: Limited to areas noted on Drawings.

B. Provide access to and from site as required by law and by U.S. Forest Service:

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION - NOT USED

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Rabun Beach, Loop 2 01 20 00 - 1 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 20 00

PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Procedures for preparation and submittal of applications for progress payments.

B. Documentation of changes in Contract Sum and Contract Time.

C. Change procedures.

D. Procedures for preparation and submittal of application for final payment.

1.02 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Submit a printed schedule on AIA Form G703 - Application and Certificate for Payment Continuation Sheet. Contractor's standard form or electronic media printout will be considered.

1.03 APPLICATIONS FOR PROGRESS PAYMENTS

A. Payment Period: Submit at intervals stipulated in the Agreement.

B. Present required information on electronic media printout.

C. Form: Contractor's electronic media driven form including continuation sheets when required.

D. For each item, provide a column for listing each of the following:

1. Item Number.

2. Description of work.

3. Scheduled Values.

4. Previous Applications.

5. Work in Place and Stored Materials on site under this Application.

6. Authorized Change Orders.

7. Total Completed and Stored to Date of Application.

8. Percentage of Completion.

9. Balance to Finish.

E. Execute certification by signature of authorized officer.

F. Submit three copies of each Application for Payment.

G. Include the following with the application:

1. Transmittal letter as specified for Submittals in Section 01 30 00.

2. Construction progress schedule, revised and current as specified in Section 01 30 00.

1.04 MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

A. C.O.R. will advise of minor changes in the Work not involving an adjustment to Contract Sum or Contract Time as authorized by the Conditions of the Contract by issuing supplemental instructions on Form FS-6300-12.

B. Construction Change Directive: Contracting Officer may issue a document instructing Contractor to proceed with a change in the Work, for subsequent inclusion in a Change Order.

1. The document will describe changes in the Work, and will designate method of determining any change in Contract Sum or Contract Time.

2. Promptly execute the change in Work.

C. Computation of Change in Contract Amount:

1. Change in Contract Amount will be negotiated between Contracting Officer and Contractor.

D. Substantiation of Costs: Provide full information required for evaluation.

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1. provide following data:

a. Quantities of products, labor, and equipment.

b. Taxes, insurance, and bonds.

c. Overhead and profit.

d. Justification for any change in Contract Time.

e. Credit for deletions from Contract, similarly documented.

E. Execution of Change Orders: C.O.R. will issue Change Orders for signatures of parties as provided in the Conditions of the Contract on FS-6300-12.

1.05 APPLICATION FOR FINAL PAYMENT

A. Prepare Application for Final Payment as specified for progress payments, identifying total adjusted Contract Sum, previous payments, and sum remaining due.

B. Application for Final Payment will not be considered until the following have been accomplished:

1. All closeout procedures specified in Section 01 70 00.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

Rabun Beach, Loop 2 01 30 00 - 1 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 30 00

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Preconstruction meeting.

B. Progress meetings.

C. Construction progress schedule.

D. Submittals for review, information, and project closeout.

E. Number of copies of submittals.

F. Submittal procedures.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Additional coordination requirements.

B. Section 01 78 00 - Closeout Submittals: Project record documents.

1.03 PROJECT COORDINATION

A. Cooperate with the C.O.R. in allocation of mobilization areas of site; for field offices and sheds, for all access, traffic, and parking facilities.

B. During construction, coordinate use of site and facilities through the C.O.R.

C. Comply with C.O.R.'s procedures for intra-project communications; submittals, reports and records, schedules, coordination drawings, and recommendations; and resolution of ambiguities and conflicts.

D. Comply with instructions of the C.O.R. for use of temporary utilities and construction facilities.

E. Coordinate field engineering and layout work under instructions of the Project Coordinator.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. U.S. Forest Service will schedule a meeting after Notice of Award.

B. Attendance Required:

1. U.S. Forest Service.

2. C.O.R..

3. Contractor.

C. Agenda:

1. Distribution of Contract Documents.

2. Submission of list of Products, schedule of values, and progress schedule.

3. Designation of personnel representing the parties to Contract, Job Superintendant, and

C.O.R..

4. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, substitutions, applications for payments, proposal request, Change Orders, and Contract closeout procedures.

5. Scheduling.

D. Record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, with two

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3.02 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Schedule and administer meetings throughout progress of the Work at maximum monthly intervals.

B. Attendance Required: Job superintendent, major Subcontractors and suppliers, C.O.R., as appropriate to agenda topics for each meeting.

C. Agenda:

1. Review minutes of previous meetings.

2. Review of Work progress.

3. Field observations, problems, and decisions.

4. Identification of problems which impede planned progress.

5. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals.

6. Maintenance of progress schedule.

7. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules.

8. Planned progress during succeeding work period.

9. Maintenance of quality and work standards.

10. Effect of proposed changes on progress schedule and coordination.

11. Other business relating to Work.

D. Record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, with two copies to C.O.R., U.S. Forest Service, participants, and those affected by decisions made.

3.03 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

A. Within 10 days after date of the Agreement, submit preliminary schedule defining planned operations for the first 60 days of Work, with a general outline for remainder of Work.

B. If preliminary schedule requires revision after review, submit revised schedule within 10 days.

C. Within 20 days after review of preliminary schedule, submit draft of proposed complete schedule for review.

1. Include written certification that major contractors have reviewed and accepted proposed schedule.

D. Within 10 days after joint review, submit complete schedule.

E. Submit updated schedule with each Application for Payment.

3.04 SUBMITTALS FOR REVIEW

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them for review:

1. Product data.

2. Shop drawings.

3. Samples for selection.

4. Samples for verification.

B. Submit to C.O.R. for review for the limited purpose of checking for conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents.

C. Samples will be reviewed only for aesthetic, color, or finish selection.

D. After review, provide copies and distribute in accordance with SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES article below and for record documents purposes described in Section 01 78 00 - CLOSEOUT

SUBMITTALS.

3.05 SUBMITTALS FOR INFORMATION

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them for information:

1. Design data.

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2. Certificates.

3. Test reports.

4. Inspection reports.

5. Manufacturer's instructions.

6. Manufacturer's field reports.

7. Other types indicated.

B. Submit to C.O.R.

3.06 SUBMITTALS FOR PROJECT CLOSEOUT

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them at project closeout:

1. Project record documents.

2. Operation and maintenance data.

3. Warranties.

4. Bonds.

5. Other types as indicated.

3.07 NUMBER OF COPIES OF SUBMITTALS

A. Submittal Documents:

1. Small Size Sheets, Not Larger than 8-1/2 x 11 inches: Submit five copies to the C.O.R.

B. Documents for Project Closeout: Submit one copy at project closeout.

C. Samples: Submit the number specified in individual specification sections; one of which will be retained by C.O.R..

1. Retained samples will not be returned to Contractor unless specifically so stated.

3.08 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Identify Project, Contractor, Subcontractor or supplier; pertinent drawing and detail number, and specification section number, as appropriate on each copy.

B. Apply Contractor's stamp, signed or initialed certifying that review, approval, verification of Products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction Work, and coordination of information is in accordance with the requirements of the Work and Contract Documents.

C. Schedule submittals to expedite the Project, and coordinate submission of related items.

D. For each submittal for review, allow 15 days excluding delivery time to and from the Contractor.

E. Provide space for Contractor and C.O.R. review stamps.

F. When revised for resubmission, identify all changes made since previous submission.

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SECTION 01 40 00

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. References and standards.

B. Quality assurance submittals.

C. Control of installation.

D. Testing and inspection services.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements: Submittal procedures.

B. Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements: Requirements for material and product quality.

1.03 REFERENCES

A. ASTM C 1021 - Standard Practice for Laboratories Engaged in Testing of Building Sealants;

2001.

B. ASTM C 1077 - Standard Practice for Laboratories Testing Concrete and Concrete Aggregates for Use in Construction and Criteria for Laboratory Evaluation; 2005b.

C. ASTM C 1093 - Standard Practice for Accreditation of Testing Agencies for Unit Masonry; 2006.

D. ASTM E 543 - Standard Practice for Agencies Performing Nondestructive Testing; 2004.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. Testing Agency Qualifications:

1. Prior to start of Work, submit agency name, address, and telephone number, and names of full time registered Engineer and responsible officer.

B. Design Data: Submit for C.O.R.'s knowledge as contract administrator or for the U.S. Forest Service, for information for the limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents.

C. Test Reports: After each test/inspection, promptly submit two copies of report to C.O.R. and to Contractor.

1. Include:

a. Date issued.

b. Project title and number.

c. Name of inspector.

d. Date and time of sampling or inspection.

e. Identification of product and specifications section.

f. Location in the Project.

g. Type of test/inspection.

h. Date of test/inspection.

i. Results of test/inspection.

j. Conformance with Contract Documents.

k. When requested by C.O.R., provide interpretation of results.

2. Test reports are submitted for C.O.R.'s knowledge as contract administrator or for the U.S.

Forest Service, for information for the limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents.

D. Certificates: When specified in individual specification sections, submit certification by the

Rabun Beach, Loop 2 01 40 00 - 2 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS manufacturer and Contractor or installation/application subcontractor to C.O.R., in quantities specified for Product Data.

1. Indicate material or product conforms to or exceeds specified requirements. Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate.

E. Manufacturer's Instructions: When specified in individual specification sections, submit printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting, and finishing, for the U.S. Forest Service's information. Indicate special procedures, perimeter conditions requiring special attention, and special environmental criteria required for application or installation.

1.05 REFERENCES AND STANDARDS

A. For products and workmanship specified by reference to a document or documents not included in the Project Manual, also referred to as reference standards, comply with requirements of the standard, except when more rigid requirements are specified or are required by applicable codes.

B. Conform to reference standard of date of issue current on date of Contract Documents, except where a specific date is established by applicable code.

C. Obtain copies of standards where required by product specification sections.

D. Maintain copy at project site during submittals, planning, and progress of the specific work, until Substantial Completion.

E. Should specified reference standards conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from C.O.R. before proceeding.

F. Neither the contractual relationships, duties, or responsibilities of the parties in Contract nor those of C.O.R. shall be altered from the Contract Documents by mention or inference otherwise in any reference document.

1.06 TESTING AND INSPECTION AGENCIES

A. Contractor shall employ and pay for services of an independent testing agency to perform specified testing.

B. Employment of agency in no way relieves Contractor of obligation to perform Work in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.

C. Contractor Employed Agency:

1. Testing agency: Comply with requirements of ASTM C802.

2. Inspection agency: Comply with requirements of ASTM D290.

3. Laboratory: Authorized to operate in Georgia.

4. Testing Equipment: Calibrated at reasonable intervals either by NIST or using an NIST established Measurement Assurance Program, under a laboratory measurement quality assurance program.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 CONTROL OF INSTALLATION

A. Monitor quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, products, services, site conditions, and workmanship, to produce Work of specified quality.

B. Comply with manufacturers' instructions, including each step in sequence.

C. Should manufacturers' instructions conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from C.O.R. before proceeding.

D. Comply with specified standards as minimum quality for the Work except where more stringent

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E. Have Work performed by persons qualified to produce required and specified quality.

F. Verify that field measurements are as indicated on shop drawings or as instructed by the manufacturer.

G. Secure products in place with positive anchorage devices designed and sized to withstand stresses, vibration, physical distortion, and disfigurement.

3.02 TESTING AND INSPECTION

A. Testing Agency Duties:

1. Provide qualified personnel at site. Cooperate with C.O.R. and Contractor in performance of services.

2. Perform specified sampling and testing of products in accordance with specified standards.

3. Ascertain compliance of materials and mixes with requirements of Contract Documents.

4. Promptly notify C.O.R. and Contractor of observed irregularities or non-conformance of

Work or products.

5. Perform additional tests and inspections required by C.O.R..

6. Submit reports of all tests/inspections specified.

B. Limits on Testing/Inspection Agency Authority:

1. Agency may not release, revoke, alter, or enlarge on requirements of Contract Documents.

2. Agency may not approve or accept any portion of the Work.

3. Agency may not assume any duties of Contractor.

4. Agency has no authority to stop the Work.

C. Contractor Responsibilities:

1. Deliver to agency at designated location, adequate samples of materials proposed to be used which require testing, along with proposed mix designs.

2. Cooperate with laboratory personnel, and provide access to the Work.

3. Provide incidental labor and facilities:

a. To provide access to Work to be tested/inspected.

b. To obtain and handle samples at the site or at source of Products to be tested/inspected.

c. To facilitate tests/inspections.

d. To provide storage and curing of test samples.

4. Notify C.O.R. and laboratory 24 hours prior to expected time for operations requiring testing/inspection services.

5. Employ services of an independent qualified testing laboratory and pay for additional samples, tests, and inspections required by Contractor beyond specified requirements.

6. Arrange with U.S. Forest Service's agency and pay for additional samples, tests, and inspections required by Contractor beyond specified requirements.

D. Re-testing required because of non-conformance to specified requirements shall be performed by the same agency on instructions by C.O.R.. Payment for re testing will be charged to the Contractor by deducting testing charges from the Contract Sum.

3.03 DEFECT ASSESSMENT

A. Replace Work or portions of the Work not conforming to specified requirements.

B. If, in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, it is not practical to remove and replace the Work, Contracting Officer will direct an appropriate remedy or adjust payment.

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Rabun Beach, Loop 2 01 50 00 - 1 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

SECTION 01 50 00

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Temporary utilities.

B. Temporary sanitary facilities.

C. Temporary Controls: Barriers, enclosures, and fencing.

D. Security requirements.

E. Vehicular access and parking.

F. Waste removal facilities and services.

1.02 TEMPORARY UTILITIES

A. Provide and pay for all electrical power, lighting, water, heating and cooling, and ventilation required for construction purposes.

B. Existing facilities may not be used.

C. New permanent facilities may be used.

D. Use trigger-operated nozzles for water hoses, to avoid waste of water.

1.03 TEMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Provide and maintain required facilities and enclosures. Provide at time of project mobilization.

B. Maintain daily in clean and sanitary condition.

1.04 BARRIERS

A. Provide barriers to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas, to allow for owner's use of site and to protect existing facilities and adjacent properties from damage from construction operations and demolition.

B. Provide protection for plants designated to remain. Replace damaged plants.

C. Protect non-owned vehicular traffic, stored materials, site, and structures from damage.

1.05 FENCING

A. Construction: Contractor's option.

1.06 SECURITY

A. Provide security and facilities to protect Work, and U.S. Forest Service's operations from unauthorized entry, vandalism, or theft.

1.07 VEHICULAR ACCESS AND PARKING

A. Coordinate access and haul routes with governing authorities and U.S. Forest Service.

B. Provide and maintain access to fire hydrants, free of obstructions.

C. Provide means of removing mud from vehicle wheels before entering streets.

D. Designated existing on-site roads may be used for construction traffic.

E. Provide temporary parking areas to accommodate construction personnel. When site space is

Rabun Beach, Loop 2 01 50 00 - 2 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS not adequate, provide additional off-site parking.

1.08 WASTE REMOVAL

A. Provide waste removal facilities and services as required to maintain the site in clean and orderly condition.

B. Provide containers with lids. Remove trash from site periodically.

C. If materials to be recycled or re-used on the project must be stored on-site, provide suitable non-combustible containers; locate containers holding flammable material outside the structure unless otherwise approved by the authorities having jurisdiction.

D. Open free-fall chutes are not permitted. Terminate closed chutes into appropriate containers with lids.

1.09 REMOVAL OF UTILITIES, FACILITIES, AND CONTROLS

A. Remove temporary utilities, equipment, facilities, materials, prior to Substantial Completion inspection.

B. Remove underground installations to a minimum depth of 2 feet. Grade site as indicated.

C. Clean and repair damage caused by installation or use of temporary work.

D. Restore existing facilities used during construction to original condition.

E. Restore new permanent facilities used during construction to specified condition.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

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SECTION 01 60 00

PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. General product requirements.

B. Transportation, handling, storage and protection.

C. Product option requirements.

D. Substitution limitations and procedures.

E. Spare parts and maintenance materials.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 01 10 00 - Summary: Lists of products to be removed from existing building.

B. Section 01 40 00 - Quality Requirements: Product quality monitoring.

1.03 REFERENCES

A. 16 CFR 260 - Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims; Federal Trade Commission; current edition.

B. NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code; National Fire Protection Association; 2005.

C. SCAQMD 1168 - South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule No.1168; current edition;

www.aqmd.gov.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. Proposed Products List: Submit list of major products proposed for use, with name of manufacturer, trade name, and model number of each product.

1. Submit within 15 days after date of Notice to Proceed.

2. For products specified only by reference standards, list applicable reference standards.

B. Product Data Submittals: Submit manufacturer's standard published data. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data. Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information specific to this Project.

C. Shop Drawing Submittals: Prepared specifically for this Project; indicate utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

D. Sample Submittals: Illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of the product, with integral parts and attachment devices. Coordinate sample submittals for interfacing work.

1. For selection from standard finishes, submit samples of the full range of the manufacturer's standard colors, textures, and patterns.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 NEW PRODUCTS

A. Provide new products unless specifically required or permitted by the Contract Documents.

B. Do not use products having any of the following characteristics:

1. Made using or containing CFC's or HCFC's.

C. Where all other criteria are met, Contractor shall give preference to products that:

1. Are extracted, harvested, and/or manufactured closer to the location of the project.

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2. Result in less construction waste.

D. Adhesives and Joint Sealants:

1. Provide only products having lower volatile organic compound (VOC) content than required by South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule No.1168.

a. Require each installer to certify compliance and submit product data showing product content.

2. Specific Product Categories: Comply with limitations specified elsewhere.

E. Wiring Terminations: Provide terminal lugs to match branch circuit conductor quantities, sizes, and materials indicated. Size terminal lugs to NFPA 70, include lugs for terminal box.

F. Cord and Plug: Provide minimum 6 foot cord and plug including grounding connector for connection to electric wiring system. Cord of longer length is specified in individual specification sections.

2.02 PRODUCT OPTIONS

A. Products Specified by Reference Standards or by Description Only: Use any product meeting those standards or description.

B. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers: Use a product of one of the manufacturers named and meeting specifications, no options or substitutions allowed.

C. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers with a Provision for Substitutions:

Submit a request for substitution for any manufacturer not named.

2.03 SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS

A. Provide spare parts, maintenance, and extra products of types and in quantities specified in individual specification sections.

B. Deliver to Project site; obtain receipt prior to final payment.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

A. Instructions to Bidders specify time restrictions for submitting requests for substitutions during the bidding period. Comply with requirements specified in this section.

B. C.O.R. will consider requests for substitutions only within 15 days after date established in Notice to Proceed.

C. Document each request with complete data substantiating compliance of proposed substitution with Contract Documents.

D. A request for substitution constitutes a representation that the submitter:

1. Has investigated proposed product and determined that it meets or exceeds the quality level of the specified product.

2. Will provide the same warranty for the substitution as for the specified product.

3. Will coordinate installation and make changes to other Work which may be required for the

Work to be complete with no additional cost to U.S. Forest Service.

4. Waives claims for additional costs or time extension which may subsequently become apparent.

E. Substitution Submittal Procedure:

1. Submit three copies of request for substitution for consideration. Limit each request to one proposed substitution.

2. Submit shop drawings, product data, and certified test results attesting to the proposed product equivalence. Burden of proof is on proposer.

3. The C.O.R. will notify Contractor in writing of decision to accept or reject request.

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3.02 TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING

A. Coordinate schedule of product delivery to designated prepared areas in order to minimize site storage time and potential damage to stored materials.

B. Transport and handle products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

C. Transport materials in covered trucks to prevent contamination of product and littering of surrounding areas.

D. Promptly inspect shipments to ensure that products comply with requirements, quantities are correct, and products are undamaged.

E. Provide equipment and personnel to handle products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage.

F. Arrange for the return of packing materials, such as wood pallets, where economically feasible.

3.03 STORAGE AND PROTECTION

A. Designate receiving/storage areas for incoming products so that they are delivered according to installation schedule and placed convenient to work area in order to minimize waste due to excessive materials handling and misapplication.

B. Store and protect products in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.

C. Store with seals and labels intact and legible.

D. Store sensitive products in weather tight, climate controlled, enclosures in an environment favorable to product.

E. For exterior storage of fabricated products, place on sloped supports above ground.

F. Cover products subject to deterioration with impervious sheet covering. Provide ventilation to prevent condensation and degradation of products.

G. Prevent contact with material that may cause corrosion, discoloration, or staining.

H. Provide equipment and personnel to store products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage.

I. Arrange storage of products to permit access for inspection. Periodically inspect to verify products are undamaged and are maintained in acceptable condition.

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SECTION 01 70 00

EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Project conditions.

B. Surveying for laying out the work.

C. Progress cleaning.

D. Closeout procedures.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements: Submittals procedures.

B. Section 01 40 00 - Quality Requirements: Testing and inspection procedures.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. See Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements, for submittal procedures.

B. Cutting and Patching: Submit written request in advance of cutting or alteration which affects:

1. Structural integrity of any element of Project.

2. Integrity of weather exposed or moisture resistant element.

3. Efficiency, maintenance, or safety of any operational element.

4. Visual qualities of sight exposed elements.

5. Work of U.S. Forest Service or separate Contractor.

1.04 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Grade site to drain. Maintain excavations free of water. Provide, operate, and maintain pumping equipment.

B. Protect site from puddling or running water. Provide water barriers as required to protect site from soil erosion.

C. Ventilate enclosed areas to assist cure of materials, to dissipate humidity, and to prevent accumulation of dust, fumes, vapors, or gases.

D. Erosion and Sediment Control: Plan and execute work by methods to control surface drainage from cuts and fills, from borrow and waste disposal areas. Prevent erosion and sedimentation.

1. Minimize amount of bare soil exposed at one time.

2. Provide temporary measures such as berms, dikes, and drains, to prevent water flow.

3. Periodically inspect earthwork to detect evidence of erosion and sedimentation; promptly apply corrective measures.

E. Pest Control: Provide methods, means, and facilities to prevent pests and insects from damaging the work.

1.05 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate scheduling, submittals, and work of the various sections of the Project Manual to ensure efficient and orderly sequence of installation of interdependent construction elements.

B. Notify affected utility companies and comply with their requirements.

C. Verify that utility requirements and characteristics of new operating equipment are compatible with building utilities. Coordinate work of various sections having interdependent responsibilities for installing, connecting to, and placing in service, such equipment.

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D. Coordinate space requirements, supports, and installation of mechanical and electrical work which are indicated diagrammatically on Drawings. Follow routing shown for pipes, ducts, and conduit, as closely as practicable; place runs parallel with lines of building. Utilize spaces efficiently to maximize accessibility for other installations, for maintenance, and for repairs.

E. In finished areas except as otherwise indicated, conceal pipes, ducts, and wiring within the construction. Coordinate locations of fixtures and outlets with finish elements.

F. Coordinate completion and clean-up of work of separate sections.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 PATCHING MATERIALS

A. New Materials: Match existing products and work for patching and extending work.

B. Type and Quality of Existing Products: Determine by inspecting and testing products where necessary, referring to existing work as a standard.

C. Product Substitution: For any proposed change in materials, submit request for substitution described in Section 01 60 00.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that existing site conditions and substrate surfaces are acceptable for subsequent work.

Start of work means acceptance of existing conditions.

B. Verify that existing substrate is capable of structural support or attachment of new work being applied or attached.

C. Examine and verify specific conditions described in individual specification sections.

D. Take field measurements before confirming product orders or beginning fabrication, to minimize waste due to over-ordering or misfabrication.

E. Verify that utility services are available, of the correct characteristics, and in the correct locations.

3.02 LAYING OUT THE WORK

A. The Forest Service shall stake the building location on the ground.

B. Protect survey control points prior to starting site work; preserve permanent reference points during construction.

C. Promptly report to C.O.R. the loss or destruction of any reference point or relocation required because of changes in grades or other reasons.

D. Replace dislocated survey control points based on original survey control. Make no changes without prior written notice to C.O.R..

E. Utilize recognized engineering survey practices.

F. Establish elevations, lines and levels. Locate and lay out by instrumentation and similar appropriate means:

1. Site improvements including pavements; stakes for grading, fill and topsoil placement;

utility locations, slopes, and invert elevations.

2. Grid or axis for structures.

3. Building foundation, column locations, ground floor elevations.

G. Periodically verify layouts by same means.

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H. Maintain a complete and accurate log of control and survey work as it progresses.

3.03 GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

A. Install products as specified in individual sections, in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations, and so as to avoid waste due to necessity for replacement.

B. Make vertical elements plumb and horizontal elements level, unless otherwise indicated.

C. Install equipment and fittings plumb and level, neatly aligned with adjacent vertical and horizontal lines, unless otherwise indicated.

D. Make consistent texture on surfaces, with seamless transitions, unless otherwise indicated.

E. Make neat transitions between different surfaces, maintaining texture and appearance.

3.04 ALTERATIONS

A. Drawings showing existing construction and utilities are based on casual field observation and existing record documents only.

1. Verify that construction and utility arrangements are as shown.

2. Report discrepancies to C.O.R. before disturbing existing installation.

3. Beginning of alterations work constitutes acceptance of existing conditions.

3.05 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Execute cutting and patching including excavation and fill to complete the work, to uncover work in order to install improperly sequenced work, to remove and replace defective or non-conforming work, to remove samples of installed work for testing when requested, to provide openings in the work for penetration of mechanical and electrical work, to execute patching to complement adjacent work, and to fit products together to integrate with other work.

B. Execute work by methods to avoid damage to other work, and which will provide appropriate surfaces to receive patching and finishing. In existing work, minimize damage and restore to original condition.

C. Employ original installer to perform cutting for weather exposed and moisture resistant elements, and sight exposed surfaces.

D. Cut rigid materials using masonry saw or core drill. Pneumatic tools not allowed without prior approval.

E. Restore work with new products in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.

F. Fit work air tight to pipes, sleeves, ducts, conduit, and other penetrations through surfaces.

G. Refinish surfaces to match adjacent finish. For continuous surfaces, refinish to nearest intersection or natural break. For an assembly, refinish entire unit.

H. Make neat transitions. Patch work to match adjacent work in texture and appearance. Where new work abuts or aligns with existing, perform a smooth and even transition.

3.06 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. Maintain areas free of waste materials, debris, and rubbish. Maintain site in a clean and orderly condition.

B. Remove debris and rubbish from pipe chases, plenums, attics, crawl spaces, and other closed or remote spaces, prior to enclosing the space.

C. Collect and remove waste materials, debris, and trash/rubbish from site periodically and dispose off-site; do not burn or bury.

3.07 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED WORK

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A. Protect installed work from damage by construction operations.

B. Provide special protection where specified in individual specification sections.

C. Provide temporary and removable protection for installed products. Control activity in immediate work area to prevent damage.

D. Provide protective coverings at walls, projections, jambs, sills, and soffits of openings.

E. Protect finished floors, stairs, and other surfaces from traffic, dirt, wear, damage, or movement of heavy objects, by protecting with durable sheet materials.

F. Prohibit traffic or storage upon waterproofed or roofed surfaces. If traffic or activity is necessary, obtain recommendations for protection from waterproofing or roofing material manufacturer.

G. Remove protective coverings when no longer needed; reuse or recycle plastic coverings if possible.

3.08 STARTING SYSTEMS

A. Coordinate schedule for start-up of various equipment and systems.

B. Notify C.O.R. and owner seven days prior to start-up of each item.

C. Verify that each piece of equipment or system has been checked for proper lubrication, drive rotation, belt tension, control sequence, and for conditions which may cause damage.

D. Verify tests, meter readings, and specified electrical characteristics agree with those required by the equipment or system manufacturer.

E. Verify that wiring and support components for equipment are complete and tested.

F. Execute start-up under supervision of applicable Contractor personnel and manufacturer's representative in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.

G. Submit a written report that equipment or system has been properly installed and is functioning correctly.

3.09 DEMONSTRATION AND SUBMITTALS

A. Demonstrate operation and maintenance of products to U.S. Forest Service's personnel two weeks prior to date of Substantial Completion.

B. Provide a qualified person who is knowledgeable about the Project to perform demonstration and instruction of owner personnel.

C. Utilize operation and maintenance manuals as basis for instruction. Review contents of manual with U.S. Forest Service's personnel in detail to explain all aspects of operation and maintenance.

3.10 ADJUSTING

A. Adjust operating products and equipment to ensure smooth and unhindered operation.

3.11 FINAL CLEANING

A. Execute final cleaning prior to Substantial Completion and final acceptance.

B. Use cleaning materials that are nonhazardous.

3.12 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. Notify C.O.R. when work is considered ready for Substantial Completion.

B. Submit written certification that Contract Documents have been reviewed, work has been

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C. Notify C.O.R. when work is considered finally complete.

D. Complete items of work determined by C.O.R.'s final inspection.

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SECTION 03 30 00

CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Concrete formwork.

B. Floors and slabs on grade.

C. Concrete reinforcement.

D. Joint devices associated with concrete work.

E. Concrete curing.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 07 90 05 - Joint Sealers.

1.03 REFERENCES

A. ACI 211.1 - Standard Practice for Selecting Proportions for Normal, Heavyweight, and Mass Concrete; American Concrete Institute International; 1991 (Reapproved 2002).

B. ACI 301 - Specifications for Structural Concrete for Buildings; American Concrete Institute International; 2005.

C. ACI 302.1R - Guide for Concrete Floor and Slab Construction; American Concrete Institute International; 2004.

D. ACI 304R - Guide for Measuring, Mixing, Transporting, and Placing Concrete; American Concrete Institute International; 2000.

E. ACI 305R - Hot Weather Concreting; American Concrete Institute International; 1999.

F. ACI 308R - Guide to Curing Concrete; American Concrete Institute International; 2001.

G. ACI 318 - Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary; American Concrete Institute International; 2005.

H. ASTM A 185/A 185M - Standard Specification for Steel Welded Wire Reinforcement, Plain, for Concrete; 2006.

I. ASTM A 615/A 615M - Standard Specification for Deformed and Plain Billet-Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement; 2006.

J. ASTM C 33 - Standard Specification for Concrete Aggregates; 2003.

K. ASTM C 39/C 39M - Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens; 2005.

L. ASTM C 94/C 94M - Standard Specification for Ready-Mixed Concrete; 2005.

M. ASTM C 150 - Standard Specification for Portland Cement; 2005.

N. ASTM C 171 - Standard Specification for Sheet Materials for Curing Concrete; 2003.

O. ASTM C 173/C 173M - Standard Test Method for Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method; 2001.

P. ASTM C 260 - Standard Specification for Air-Entraining Admixtures for Concrete; 2001.

Q. ASTM C 330 - Standard Specification for Lightweight Aggregates for Structural Concrete; 2005.

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R. ASTM C 1059 - Standard Specification for Latex Agents for Bonding Fresh to Hardened Concrete; 1999.

S. ASTM D 1751 - Standard Specification for Preformed Expansion Joint Filler for Concrete Paving and Structural Construction (Nonextruding and Resilient Bituminous Types); 2004.

T. ASTM E 1155 - Standard Test Method for Determining F(F) Floor Flatness and F(L) Floor Levelness Numbers; 1996 (Reapproved 2001).

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. See Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements, for submittal procedures.

B. Product Data: Submit manufacturers' data on manufactured products showing compliance with specified requirements.

C. Samples: Submit samples of underslab vapor retarder to be used.

D. Project Record Documents: Accurately record actual locations of embedded utilities and components that will be concealed from view upon completion of concrete work.

1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Perform work of this section in accordance with ACI 301 and ACI 318.

B. Follow recommendations of ACI 305R when concreting during hot weather.

C. Follow recommendations of ACI 306R when concreting during cold weather.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 FORMWORK

A. Form Materials: Contractor's choice of standard products with sufficient strength to withstand hydrostatic head without distortion in excess of permitted tolerances.

1. Form Facing for Exposed Finish Concrete: Contractor's choice of materials that will provide smooth, stain-free final appearance.

2. Form Coating: Release agent that will not adversely affect concrete or interfere with application of coatings.

3. Form Ties: Cone snap type that will leave no metal within 1-1/2 inches of concrete surface.

2.02 REINFORCEMENT

A. Reinforcing Steel: ASTM A 615/A 615M Grade 60 (420).

1. Type: Deformed billet-steel bars.

2. Finish: Unfinished, unless otherwise indicated.

B. Reinforcement Accessories:

1. Tie Wire: Annealed, minimum 16 gage.

2. Chairs, Bolsters, Bar Supports, Spacers: Sized and shaped for adequate support of reinforcement during concrete placement.

3. Provide stainless steel, galvanized, plastic, or plastic coated steel components for placement within 1-1/2 inches of weathering surfaces.

2.03 CONCRETE MATERIALS

A. Cement: ASTM C 150, Type I - Normal portland type.

B. Fine and Coarse Aggregates: ASTM C 33.

C. Lightweight Aggregate: ASTM C 330.

D. Water: Clean and not detrimental to concrete.

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2.04 CHEMICAL ADMIXTURES

A. Do not use chemicals that will result in soluble chloride ions in excess of 0.1 percent by weight of cement.

B. Air Entrainment Admixture: ASTM C 260.

C. Air Entrainment Admixture: ASTM C 260.

2.05 ACCESSORY MATERIALS

A. Reglets: Formed steel sheet, galvanized, with temporary filler to prevent concrete intrusion during placement.

B. Bonding Agent: ASTM C 1059, Type II acrylic non-redispersable type.

C. Underslab Vapor Retarder: Polyethylene sheet, minimum 6 mils thick.

D. Vapor Retarder: 6 mil thick clear polyethylene film, type recommended for below grade application.

E. Chemical Hardener: Fluosilicate solution designed for densification of cured concrete slabs.

F. Moisture-Retaining Cover: ASTM C 171; regular curing paper, white curing paper, clear polyethylene, white polyethylene, or white burlap-polyethylene sheet.

2.06 BONDING AND JOINTING PRODUCTS

A. Waterstops: Rubber type, COE CRD-C 513.

B. Joint Filler: Nonextruding, resilient asphalt impregnated fiberboard or felt, complying with ASTM D 1751, 1/4 inch thick and 4 inches deep; tongue and groove profile.

C. Construction Joint Devices: Integral galvanized steel; 3-1/2 inch thick, formed to tongue and groove profile, knockout holes spaced at 6 inches, ribbed steel spikes with tongue to fit top screed edge.

2.07 CONCRETE MIX DESIGN

A. Proportioning Normal Weight Concrete: Comply with ACI 211.1 recommendations.

B. Concrete Strength: Establish required average strength for each type of concrete on the basis of field experience or trial mixtures, as specified in ACI 301.

1. For trial mixtures method, employ independent testing agency acceptable to C.O.R. for preparing and reporting proposed mix designs.

C. Admixtures: Add acceptable admixtures as recommended in ACI 211.1 and at rates recommended by manufacturer.

D. Normal Weight Concrete:

1. Compressive Strength, when tested in accordance with ASTM C 39/C 39M at 28 days:

4,000 psi.

2. Total Air Content: 3 percent, determined in accordance with ASTM C 173/C 173M.

3. Maximum Slump: 3 inches.

2.08 MIXING

A. Transit Mixers: Comply with ASTM C 94/C 94M.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 PREPARATION

A. Formwork: Comply with requirements of ACI 301. Design and fabricate forms to support all applied loads until concrete is cured, and for easy removal without damage to concrete.

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B. Verify that forms are clean and free of rust before applying release agent.

C. Coordinate placement of embedded items with erection of concrete formwork and placement of form accessories.

D. Where new concrete is to be bonded to previously placed concrete, prepare existing surface by cleaning with steel brush and applying bonding agent in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

E. In locations where new concrete is doweled to existing work, drill holes in existing concrete, insert steel dowels and pack solid with non-shrink grout.

F. Install vapor retarder under interior slabs on grade. Lap joints minimum 6 inches and seal watertight by taping edges and ends. Cover with sand to depth shown on drawings; repair damaged vapor retarder before covering.

3.02 INSTALLING REINFORCEMENT

A.